Understanding and Reinforcing Guideline-Driven AF Care-Understanding and reinforcing guideline-driven AF care

Understanding and reinforcing guideline-driven AF care

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In this presentation, Dr. Stefan Onrosser discusses key points from the 2020 European Society of Cardiology Guidelines for the Management of Atrial Fibrillation (AF). He highlights the ABC holistic pathway for patient management, which includes anticoagulation for stroke prevention (A), better symptom management (B), and cardiovascular and comorbidity optimization (C). Dr. Onrosser emphasizes the importance of identifying and managing risk factors and comorbidities, as they can contribute to the development and severity of AF symptoms. Additionally, he discusses rhythm control therapy as a recommended strategy for improving symptom control and quality of life in AF patients. The presentation also mentions the potential benefits of early rhythm control and catheter ablation in certain patient populations.

Keywords

European Society of Cardiology

Atrial Fibrillation

ABC holistic pathway

Anticoagulation

Rhythm control therapy